AI-Generated TV Licence Scam Targeting UK Over 60s
AI-generated videos falsely claim UK homeowners over 60 get lifetime free TV licences. No such blanket exemption exists; legitimate discounts apply to specific circumstances only.
Toby Carvery Free Meal Scam: Fact Check
Beware of fake Toby Carvery free meal offers on social media! Always check the official Toby Carvery page for legitimate deals and never share banking details. This promotion is a scam.
Trump vs. Biden: Jobs, SNAP, and Economic Claims Fact-Checked
Fact-check on Trump's claims about job growth under Biden, SNAP enrollment, and economic policies. Claims regarding private sector, government jobs, and SNAP participation are scrutinized.
Argos Deal Scams: Spotting False Online Promotions
Beware of fake Argos deals online! This article details how scammers use false advertising on social media, offering Nintendo Switches, iPads, and laptops at unbelievably low prices. Learn to spot and report these scams.
Digital ID & BritCard: UK Work Requirements and Fact Checks
Explores the UK's digital ID proposals, including the optional Professional's ID and the suggested 'BritCard'. Digital ID mandatory only for work, not for all UK citizens. Fact checks provided.
False Claim: UK Flight Allocation System Debunked
A viral video falsely claims a UK 'travel allocation system' limiting British residents to two flights a year from 2025. Fact checks reveal no evidence of such a plan. AI audio suspected. No records found.
Pfizer Vaccine: SV40, Cancer, and Debunked Claims
Claims that the Pfizer vaccine contains cancer-causing SV40 are false. The vaccine uses a fragment of SV40 DNA, which does not cause cancer or create an infectious virus. No proof the Royal Family had cancer cells.
HAARP: Debunking Weather Control Claims & Cyclone Myths
Claims of HAARP causing cyclones like Melissa are false. Experts confirm HAARP can't control weather. Fact checks reveal misinformation spreads quickly online. HAARP studies the ionosphere, not weather manipulation.
Satirical Article Debunked: Billionaires & America
A satirical article from The Onion claiming America was sold to billionaires is circulating online. Fact-check: the article is not real.
False AI Camera Claim: Fact-Checking Video
Fact check: Video falsely claims nationwide AI camera rollout for driving offenses. Government denies plan. Reverse image search reveals misleading footage.
Met Police Arrests: Unite the Kingdom Protest Fact Check
Fact check: Claims about arrests at the 'Unite the Kingdom' protest are incorrect. The Met Police stated 23 of 24 arrested were protest-related, one counter-protest. Social media posts spread misinformation.
Boots Scam: SOL Gift Set Offer – Fact Check
A fake Boots offer for a SOL Ultimate-Body gift set is circulating online. Always verify deals on the official Boots website to avoid scams. Be cautious of suspicious links and URLs.
Trump’s Claims on Washington D.C. Crime: Fact-Checking
Fact-checking Trump's claims of rising crime in Washington D.C., including murder rates and federal intervention. Data shows a decrease in violent crime since 2023, despite Trump's assertions. Focus on carjackings and historical context.
Misleading Tax Claims: Fact-Checking UK Tax History
Facebook posts falsely claim various modern taxes didn't exist 100 years ago. Fact-check reveals income tax and levies have existed for over a century, while others aren't applicable in the UK. Some taxes are misrepresented.
Keir Starmer, Asylum Seekers, and 2003 Court Case: Fact Check
Posts falsely claim Keir Starmer's 2003 case enabled benefits for illegal immigrants. The case concerned support for asylum seekers who didn't claim asylum upon UK arrival. Most already received assistance.
Mamdani, Communism, and Mayoral Platform: Fact-Checking the Claims
Fact-check: Did Mamdani's mayoral platform advocate communism or "confiscating the means of production"? Experts weigh in on his remarks and policies, assessing claims of socialist leanings.
AI-Generated Air India Plane Crash Photo: Fact Check
AI-generated image of an Air India plane hitting a building is circulating after the Ahmedabad collision. Experts confirm it's fake. Beware of misinformation during crises.